Added - 11/10/26 Defence Systems Engineer- Communications (Interoperability) Defence Engineering and Technical Services Russell , Australian Capital Territory | Casual

SYPAQ Group; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 165,000; Part time

Job summary

SYPAQ in Canberra seeks a Systems Engineer- Communications to work on a Defence project. The contract runs from 9 November 2026 to 31 December 2027, with an office-based role in Russell, ACT. You will establish Interoperability Assurance Profiles (IAP) and develop a data set for the communications systems used across Integrated Air and Missile Defence. The successful candidate must be an Australian citizen with NV2 clearance; Top-Secret POS Vet is desired.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with Defence Communications and Information Systems.
• Strong stakeholder management and communications skills.
• Project or program management experience in Defence contexts.
• Understanding of Joint and land domain staff processes.
• Knowledge of ADF Ground Based Air Defence Systems and Link-16.

Responsibilities

• Establish Interoperability Assurance Profiles (IAP) for mission data sets.
• Develop data sets for communications across Integrated Air and Missile Defence.
• Collaborate with systems owners and Joint stakeholders to de-risk delivery.
• Identify opportunities to increase system interoperability and resilience.

Skills

Defence communications

Stakeholder management

Project management

Air defence systems

Link-16

Job description

Added - 12/10/26 Defence Systems Engineer- Communications (Interoperability) Defence Engineering and Technical Services Russell , Australian Capital Territory | Casual

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SYPAQ is an industry leader in C4ISREW and autonomous systems integration, product development, and consulting services, with established engineering and IT teams across projects in Canberra, Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney, and Brisbane. Our rich history of partnering with the Australian Defence, National Security community as well as major Federal Government departments continues to deliver a true sovereign industrial capability through advanced engineering and IT services and solutions.

Due to an increased demand within our business, SYPAQ is seeking Systems Engineer- Communications to work on a Defence project. The contract starts on 9 th November 2026 to 31 st December 2027. This is an office-based role in Russell, ACT.

Overview: Our client is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer- Communications to establish Interoperability Assurance Profiles (IAP) to develop a comprehensive data set within the communications systems employed across the Integrated Air and Missile Defence system to de-risk the delivery of mission systems for our Defence client.

The successful candidate is responsible for informing Capability Review(s) in consultation with systems owners and Joint stakeholders, to identify opportunities to increase systems interoperability to maintain a resilient end-to-end networked environment that enables the execution of the ADF theatre concepts and defence of Australia's national interests.

To support this project, the successful candidate is experienced in the following:

• Extensive experience and knowledge of Defence Communications and Information Systems and stakeholder community
• Demonstrated experience in Defence Programs, Force Design, or Concept Development roles
• Strong stakeholder management and communications skills, including the ability to interpret technical information regarding Defence Communications and Information systems and Integrated Air and Missile Defence Systems
• Project / Program Management experience within a Defence context
• Understanding of Joint and land domain specific staff processes within operational and tactical level headquarters
• Knowledge and experience working within the Defence Capability System
• Demonstrated experience (in relation to the Scope of Work and statement of duties) to undertake the services successfully
• Extensive experience and knowledge of ADF Ground Based Air Defence Systems, Planning and Execution
• Knowledge and experience of Tactical Data Link (TDL) networks, specifically Link-16

The successful applicant must be an Australian Citizen with an existing Negative Vetting Two (NV2) Security clearance. A Top-Secret Positive Vetting Security clearance (TSPV) is desired.

Veterans are encouraged to apply

ACT License: ACTLHL00001973

QLD License: LHL02458-W2B3Z

VIC License: VICLHL03075

SYPAQ’s Culture – Creating A World That Works

We take pride in being a 100% Australian family owned business. Our culture and values are important to us, hence we encourage people with same vision to come on board and collaborate for prolific outcomes.

We strongly believe in our VALUES

• See something. Do something!
• Achieve more together – share success
• Courageous – be innovative! See the opportunity, manage the risk
• Strive for excellence – master your craft
• We are family – value honesty, respect and compassion

Please note only successful candidates will be contacted.

SYPAQ does not accept unsolicited approaches from third-party recruitment agencies.